Owen Valley co-captain Whitney Terrell is shown above attacking the water during a recent swim practice held at the Owen County Family YMCA. Terrell’s victory in the 100 backstroke Tuesday evening helped to lead the Lady Patriots to their first-ever team win over the host North Putnam Lady Cougars. (SEW File Photo)
The Owen Valley girls’ and boys’ swim teams traveled to North Putnam on Tuesday evening to compete against the host Cougars. While the boys’ squad posted several personal bests, they were unable to overcome North Putnam. The girls’ team, however, picked up their first-ever win for the young Owen Valley program, 83-20.

“This is the first time the Owen Valley girls’ squad has won a swim meet since the school swim program began in 2006-2007,” coach Joanna Provines explained. “Tonight was indeed a history making evening for the girls, including five first place finishes.”

Picking up those big wins for the Lady Patriots were Elizabeth Coffin in the 200 freestyle (2:55.03), Victoria Glasscock in the 50 freestyle (35.03), Paige Wetzel in the 100 butterfuly (1:57.19), Co-captain Whitney Terrell in the 100 backstroke (1:20.56) and Olivia West in the 100 breaststroke (1:43.63).

The boys’ program, although unable to get a team victory, did finish the evening with several personal best performances and many great races, according to coach Provines.

Team captain Matt Amos placed first in the 100 breaststroke (1:23.70), and Michael Megenhardt earned a first place in the 500 freestyle (7:43.18).

“North Putnam was a gracious host and we look forward to more swim meets again next year,” coach Provines said. “A big ‘thank you’ goes to coach Richardson.”

The Patriots have little time to rest as they prepare to travel to Edgewood tonight for a meet with the host Mustangs at 6:00.